November 2010
Is it legal to put a pair of 235/75/15 on one axle and a pair of 215/65/15 on the other? Read more
hi, this is my first post on here, seems a pretty helpful forum
right i have a 1995 vw golf 1.4, being 17 i cant really insure anythin much bigger, all my friends have like 1.2 corsas and 1.1 saxos, and when we race i always lag behind in terms of speed, most ive had out of my car is a about 95mph, i fitted adjustable coilovers and it sticks to the road like glue, roundabouts are no problem, i can easily take them at about 40/50mph, but then all my mates catch up and pass me, basically i just wanna know if theres anythign i can do that will make it faster, like chipt he ecu or change the gearing maybe? as i said im 17 and cant really afford a gti yet.... Read more
Welcome to the forum. Some people think you're winding us up, but on the assumption that you're not....
I'm sorry that you haven't found some of the comments above helpful, but people are concerned for your safety. None of us would want to encourage you to race, except on a racetrack (or karting). We wouldn't encourage anyone to race on public roads, even if they had years of driving experience. I'm sure you understand why....
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My 2002 Focus 1.8 TDCi is becoming increasingly difficult to start with the cold weather. The symptoms are:... Read more
Hello there. I am new to this site as any of them .have read many on the same subject of smoking bad starting when cold fine when hot.glow plugs only work for 5 to 7 seconds on a relay then go of.So its not them its some thing that happens to one of the sensors or other parts.My own does this even after a new fuel filter ,fuel pump, injectors .crank sensor ,cam sensor, f.m.valve fuel rail sensor,air filter egr valve blocked engine only done 57000 .Tank removed swilled out with deisel lines blown out flushed through.SO WHAT CAN IT BE THERE ARE SO MANY THE SAME FAULT BUT NO ANSWER TO IT THANKS MARTIN
The engine cut out while driving up hill and will not start. There are no fault codes and I have limited live data.
Can anyone help me with either a possible cure or a wiring diagram. I would guess at the crank position sensor but I hate guessing . Read more
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My demister isn't working and a friend sent me a thing from online saying that it was commonly a problem with the ignition switch. ... Read more
It's most likely a break in the harness where it passes between the back of the roof to the tailgate. If you pull back the rubber sleeve you will be able to inspect the wiring. Chances are one of then will be broken. It's a common problem on estates where the harness continually gets bent backwards and forwards opening and closing the tailgate.
Hope this helps...
Hope someone can help or give me ideas of things to check. I have a 2004 santa fe 2.4 petrol. Its the 4 cylinder 16v engine. When warm the car has a major hesitation issue at 2000 rpm. Its as if it closes the throttle body for 2 to 3 seconds then re-opens. Its getting worse recently but doesnt seem to be related to external temps. Ive sat with a scanner plugged in and live readings off the o2 sensors seem to be in the normal range, the cats aren't blocked, Ive changed the coils and plugs and the throttlebody is nice and clean etc. Air filter is relatively new and the car has had injectorcleaner through it. None of which has helped or changed the issue. fuel filter is a cow to swap and in my opinion wouldnt cause the issue. Would a faulty air flow meter give these symptons or a dodgy knock sensor maybe? Even possibly the EGR system? Read more
Should have updated this earlier but I've resolved the hesitation issue above.
The problem seems to have been down to a faulty electrical connection and was resolved by unplugging electrical connectors on the two coil packs and spraying with WD40! ...
Got some 'perishing' near the rims on the tyres on the Santa Fe - they're 2.5 years old from new, done 35000 miles, the fronts are getting low but the rears are still holding 4mm tread. Need to replace them but do Kumho's perish and age quickly? Seems to be happening quickly on this set.
If not Kumhos, what others are worth a look at? Read more
Kumhos are great, I had a couple of sets years back when they were still cheap. More of a medium range tyre than a budget now. Last set of tyres I bought were Nangkangs, which are cheaper, handle just as well, but seem a bit quieter.
The hydraulic suspension fluid level warning light keeps coming on but the level is correct, the engine dies momentarily when crusing but picks up if foot kept on the accelerator and the cruise control works intermittently,,,,,are these faults connected and what is the cause or causes - the Citreon people are scratching their heads and making mega expensive noises Read more
Moved to Technical.
Very early moments of an idea but can any of our dealer/trader members (or anyone else) tell me what services car dealers and/or those in the motor trade might purchase on a regular or irregular basis?
My list currently includes:... Read more
Pressure washer and wellies
My less than mechanically minded son recently inherited a Pug 307 1.6 petrol from his FiL. It is overdue a service, may need a cambelt change, & MOT expires end December. Is there a Peugeot specialist in or near Cardiff that anyone can recommend? I've looked on the Good Garages section & nothing comes up.
The other option he has identified himself is Kwik Fit. I know they don't have a good reputation, but I also know they vary by branch. Is the Cardiff one any good? Read more
Have used European Auto Services before. They're at the rear Of, 2, Partridge Road, Cardiff, CF24 3QX.
Phone is 02920 495 865...
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Something is not making sense here. If the combination is legal surely it must be safe. Equally, if it is not safe, it must be illegal. So where exactly are the rules defining which combinations of tyres are permitted? Or are you saying that the law permits tyre combinations that are unsafe? When you say "if stopped" do you mean stopped by police? If the combination is legal why would I be on a hiding to nothing?